A Mindful Career: Breaking Stigmas, Mental Health Advocacy, and Thoughtful Entrepreneurship with Uche Ogbonna

Written By Surayya Walters

Uche Ogbonna⁠, a social entrepreneur and advocate for mental health, discusses the stigma surrounding mental health in Africa and how it influenced her subsequent career choices. She shares her experiences growing up with both Nigerian and Zimbabwean backgrounds and the prevailing messages she received about mental health.

Uche opens up about their calling to work in the mental health field and the formative experiences that led them to pursue psychology. They explore the connection between entrepreneurship and mental health, highlighting the importance of accessibility and the potential for impact. They also discuss the cultural impact Uche hopes to have, including promoting the use of art as a therapeutic tool and empowering children to prioritize their mental health.

Follow Uche's jorurney by connecting with her on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ucheogbonna/

TAKEAWAYS

Introduction and Background

Hairdressers as Mental Health Advocates

The Power of Community and Resilience

The Calling to Make a Difference in Mental Health

Connecting Entrepreneurship and Mental Health

Specializing in Clinical Work

Leaving a Legacy: Advocacy and Support

Surayya Walters
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